Best Protip Podcasts (2024)

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Lan Phan: Power of Daily Inspiration & Discovering Your Life Calling 43:58

15h ago43:58

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00:00 Introduction and Background 01:26 Growing Up as Vietnamese Refugees 03:29 The Power of Community 06:44 Transitioning from Teaching to Marketing 11:26 Starting Community of Seven 13:43 Building a Business and Overcoming Challenges 20:06 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Self-Limiting Beliefs 20:53 Overcoming Insecurity and Self-Doubt 22:05 The Power o…

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Special guest Dave Blazek 1:14:09

1d ago1:14:09

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This week, we're talking to Dave Blazek, creator of "Loose Parts," a single-panel comic syndicated to more than 120 newspapers worldwide. Blazek is a three-time NCS Silver Reuben award winner and a danged delight. We'll discuss how he became an "accidental cartoonist" and his unique approach to writing humor. You get great rewards when you join the…

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Episode 171 - The 117 Days Before the First 100 Days 27:54

5d ago27:54

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Getting back onto the chronological history of the United States, I take a look at the lame-duck period leading up to FDR's swearing-in. Unlike other lame-duck periods, things actually happened during this one. The economy entered a last freefall that might have spelled the end of the nation, the population sunk into despair, and Hoover tried to sa…

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Leah McSweeney: Real Talk on her Life & Business Journey 57:57

8d ago57:57

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Theme 03:00 Leah McSweeney's Journey to Reality TV 06:40 Hesitation and Decision to Join Reality TV 10:07 Leah McSweeney's Conversion to Judaism 26:16 Origin Story of Married to the Mob 30:49 Starting the Brand Married to the Mob 31:43 Starting Married to the Mob 32:39 Learning on the Fly 33:01 Dealing with Challenges…

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Special Guest Jason Chatfield 1:18:28

8d ago1:18:28

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New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield joins us to talk about cartooning for the venerable mag, working with a writing partner, doing stand-up at Dangerfield's comedy club, helming the 104-year-old Ginger Meggs syndicated comic, and much, much more! ON TODAY'S SHOW Jason Chatfield on Substack Chatfield on creative collaborations Doing standup at Dan…

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Episode 170 - FDR, Part II 35:48

13d ago35:48

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FDR takes the national stage with his appointment to Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and he's off to the races. No, that's not a crack on his bout with polio, although I finally get around to covering that today. Even with health and marital setbacks, FDR never lost sight of the high office he coveted, which carried him through to the triumph of 1…

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Maximizing Human Potential: The Revolutionary Intersection of Gaming, Mental Health, and AI Tech with Joe Schaeppi 52:01

15d ago52:01

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(00:00) Harnessing Inner Tenacity With Joe Sheppi (03:32) Fascinating Background and Career Paths (09:06) Balancing Ethics in Digital Interaction (13:55) Navigating Technological Evolution and Human Potential (20:41) The Importance of Play and Wellness (31:59) AI, Wisdom, and Generative Thinking (39:29) Hiring and Growth…

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How to maximize creativity 1:01:48

15d ago1:01:48

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We all have creative peaks and valleys. How can we maximize the good times and minimize the bad? ON TODAY'S SHOW Can you really maximize creativity? UPDATE: Dave's TikTok prediction may still come true UPDATE: 3-part series on Kickstarter coming to Pro Tips Favorite comics from outside the US You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Communi…

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The Collab You Never Know You Needed: Chad & Cheese x #thePOZcast @ TransformHR 2024 16:16

18d ago16:16

16:16

(00:00) Navigating HR Tech and Podcasting Landscape (05:09) Podcasting, Business, and Authenticity (13:50) Independent Contractors Collaborate in PodcastBy Adam Posner

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Jeremy Schiff: An Entrepreneur's Journey Through AI Innovation and the Future of Recruiting at RecruitBot 22:18

19d ago22:18

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(00:14) AI Entrepreneur Shares Startup Journey (05:53) AI in Recruiting (14:13) Navigating Entrepreneurship and Generative AI (19:04) Optimism in Recruiting for 2024By Adam Posner

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Episode 169 - FDR, Part I 31:19

19d ago31:19

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The time has finally come to return to the United States and kickoff the history of the New Deal. But what would the New Deal be without the blue-blooded president with the gumption to defy convention? Today starts a quick two-parter covering the life of Franklin Delano Roosevelt up to his election to the presidency in 1932. Bibliography for this e…

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Building a Recruitment Empire: The Felix Mitchell Story 13:46

20d ago13:46

13:46

(00:01) Entrepreneurial Journey in Recruitment Business (03:48) Recruitment and Industry Insights (11:12) Future of TABy Adam Posner

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The Evolution of Hiring Efficiency through AI with Siadhal Magos CEO @ Metaview 9:43

21d ago9:43

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(00:34 - 01:32) AI Note Taker for Recruiting Industry (05:13 - 05:56) Interview Scheduling Audio Product IntegrationBy Adam Posner

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Mike Stafiej, CEO @ ERIN: Unleashing the Power of Employee-Driven Hiring 15:47

22d ago15:47

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(00:07) Employee Referral Platforms and Business Growth (08:38) Lessons in Entrepreneurship and Growth (12:56) Pro Tips From Bill MurrayBy Adam Posner

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Rebranding 1:13:04

22d ago1:13:04

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How important is rebranding after a series of unsuccessful ventures? Also, how does one get their comic translated into another language — and why? ON TODAY'S SHOW Rebranding Translating a comic UPDATE: The importance of monthly Profit/Loss statements UPDATE: Authors Equity Planning for page turns You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Co…

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Gail Fierstein: Revolutionizing Retail and Hybrid Work: The CaaStle Story of Sustainable Fashion Rentals 16:25

23d ago16:25

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(03:31 - 04:22) Managing Global Hybrid Remote Workforce (06:30 - 07:39) Navigating Return to Office Post-Pandemic (12:10 - 13:06) Aligning Goals for Successful OnboardingBy Adam Posner

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Revolutionizing Recruitment with Kyle Samuels: A Deep Dive into Innovating Talent Acquisition 25:44

24d ago25:44

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(05:32 - 06:33) Executive Search Firm Fee Structures (09:09 - 10:01) Recruiting Retained Search - Guarantee Period (12:15 - 13:03) Recruiter Branding and AI Implementation (16:40 - 17:55) Evolution of HR and TA Trends (21:32 - 21:58) Navigating Business Ups and DownsBy Adam Posner

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Benjamin Encz CEO @ Ashby: Revolutionizing Recruitment: Harnessing Data Analytics for Strategic Hiring 21:04

25d ago21:04

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(00:04) Revolutionizing Recruiting With Data Analytics (07:21) Measuring Talent Metrics and Future RoadmapBy Adam Posner

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Episode 168 - Speak Softly and Carry a Big Industrial Sector 30:09

26d ago30:09

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To close out this miniseries on the First Five-Year Plan I'm covering Soviet diplomacy during the early 30s. The Great Depression came at a good time for the USSR and covered up much of its weakness during the dislocations of the period, but there was still threats that needed addressing. Haslam, Jonathan Soviet Foreign Policy 1930-33: The Impact o…

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Transforming Adversity into Innovation: The Ethical AI Revolution in HR with Mike Pauletich 18:22

26d ago18:22

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(00:07) AI and Ethical Use in HR (14:31) Excitement and Resilience in HRBy Adam Posner

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Harnessing AI & Community for Career Growth in the Hidden Job Market with Summer Delaney 13:04

27d ago13:04

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(00:28 - 00:55) Hidden Job Market on Collabworks (03:19 - 03:39) Networking for Business Success (08:04 - 09:03) Exciting Updates in Job MatchingBy Adam Posner

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Adriaan Kolff's Tale of The Recruitment Business, Benevolence, and the Burn 14:55

27d ago14:55

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(01:11 - 02:35) Recruiters (07:37 - 08:55) Adding Value During COVID Layoffs (12:29 - 13:20) Burning Man Principles in ActionBy Adam Posner

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Revolutionizing Workplaces with John Baldino's HR Insights 13:01

29d ago13:01

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Full Video Interview: https://youtu.be/Ojvn4sHT-VIDive deep into the evolving world of HR with John Baldino, the mastermind CEO of Humareso, as we unpack the complexities of HR consulting. Our rich discussion spans John's journey from retail personnel roots to leading a pioneering consulting firm, tackling the pressing issues organizations face in …

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How to find the perfect pen name 1:06:05

29d ago1:06:05

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It's our most useful, actionable, practical show yet! Stufffed with handy tips and constructive advice for cartoonists and comic creators! ON TODAY'S SHOW Pen names UPDATE: Dave's Kickstarter at picklesbook.com UPDATE: Patreon Welcome surveys Honorifics, acronyms, and abbreviations in word balloons. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab …

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Optimizing Talent Acquisition and Organizational Development with Advanced Analytics: Kristen Boyle @ HireRoad 17:02

30d ago17:02

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(00:04) Uncovering Organizational Wellness With People Analytics (10:03) Best Practices in Marketing and Hiring (16:25) Podcast PromoBy Adam Posner

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Navigating Work-Life Harmony with Newborns and AI Recruiting Tools: Donald Knight @ Greenhouse 17:53

1M ago17:53

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Welcome to the first of 14 episodes recorded LIVE at Transform HR 2024 in Las Vegas this March! I am proud to share the first episode with Donald Knight, the Chief People Officer at Greenhouse. Enjoy! Full YouTube interview: https://youtu.be/1j850x-mcOsDiscover the profound impact of parental leave on families and teams as we share heartfelt storie…

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Episode 167 - It's a Hard Knock Soviet Life 29:48

1M ago29:48

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Life in the Soviet cities might not have wracked up the fatality count during the early 1930s that the countryside did, but it had its share of suffering all the same. Food shortages, goods shortages, black markets, all became painful facts of life that urban Soviets acclimated to. Bibliography for this episode: Fitzpatrick, Sheila Everyday Stalini…

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Kelly Ann Winget: Pitch the Bitch: Grab Your Financial Future by the Bags 35:59

1M ago35:59

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00:00 Introduction to Kelly Ann Winget 01:40 Early Financial Education and Independence 03:26 Key Lessons from Parents 05:22 Teaching Kids about Money 07:22 Challenges of Teaching Kids in the Digital Financial Economy 09:20 Journey into the Financial World 11:26 Recognizing Red Flags in the Financial Industry 13:14 Shifting to Inclusive Approach to…

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Stretching yourself thin 56:20

1M ago56:20

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Dave has some thoughts on AI. And Brad hates to stretch. That's it. That's the show. ON TODAY'S SHOW Artificial Intelligence is going to force us to be more creative How important is it to rest? NOTE: The Kickstarter for Brad's new Evil Inc books ends this week! Time is running out! You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patr…

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Episode 166 - Stalin's Revolution 27:37

1M ago27:37

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Turning more towards the culture of the Soviet Union during the early 30s, I take a look at the Cultural Revolution carried in the USSR from 1928-1931. It was a brief, but critical event that brought the most active and passionate in the Party into Stalin's camp. Which in turn gave him the foot soldiers necessary to bring the bureaucracy and intell…

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Cultivating Top Down Leadership & Culture Excellence: A Deep Dive with Lyndsay Dowd 45:52

1M ago45:52

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Takeaways Networking is about adding value and building genuine connections. Creating a positive culture starts with leaders who lead with heart and genuinely care about their employees. Being open and receptive to others' stories and experiences can lead to meaningful connections and opportunities. Diversity programs should focus on providing supp…

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Special Guest Scott Kurtz and "Tables Titans Club" 59:46

1M ago59:46

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Scott Kurtz is on the show to talk about the release of his new book, "Table Titans Club." It's available at Target stores nationwide, along with Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your local bookstore! ON TODAY'S SHOW Reimagining the "Table Titans" webcomic as a middle-school graphic novel Working with an editor for the first time Pivoting from self-publ…

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Episode 165 - Magnitogorsk Steel 30:16

2M ago30:16

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Taking a break from the thrilling world of statistics, today I zero in on the crown jewel of Soviet industrial expansion, the construction of the industrial city of Magnitogorsk. From an empty steppe there was built an entire city with the purpose of cranking out the steel and iron that would help fuel Soviet industry. It was no small task, and the…

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Hiring Tech Maverick Unleashed: The Journey to Building Hackajob with Mark Chaffee 43:10

2M ago43:10

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00:00 Introduction to Mark Chaffee and Hack a Job 04:54 Origin Story: How Mark Chaffee Started Hack a Job 07:02 The Importance of Co-Founders in a Startup 08:13 Handling Early Conflicts in a Startup 09:58 Skills-Based Matching in the Tech Industry 11:31 Early Lessons Learned in Running a Business 12:59 The Mission of Hack a Job 14:48 Diversity in t…

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Are you using the wrong tool for the job? 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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Kickstarter delivers on Discovery in a big way. So would it be wise to use it to replace our failing social media platforms? ON TODAY'S SHOW Using Kickstarter as social media? UPDATE: NCS Reuben Awards 2024 UPDATE: Dave has "Still Got it!" Posting a parody on Webtoon to gain notoriety NOTE: The Kickstarter campaign for Brad's new Evil Inc book is i…

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BEST OF: Laura Gassner Otting: Mission-Driven - Moving from Profit to Purpose 49:53

2M ago49:53

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First Aired 8/20/21Laura Gassner Otting is a professional motivational keynote speaker and Washington Post best selling author. Laura’s 25-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton’s White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected nonprofit search firm, Isaa…

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Venturing Beyond: Jessie Draper's Journey in Tech, Motherhood, and Changing the Face of Venture Capital 41:14

2M ago41:14

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00:00 Introduction and Background 02:46 Family History and Career Path 04:13 Challenges in the Venture Capital Industry 08:29 Investment Criteria 10:03 Characteristics of Successful Founders 11:28 Assessing Character in Founders 12:55 Deal Breakers in Investing 15:37 Adapting and Pivoting in Business 17:00 Challenges for Women in Entrepreneurship 1…

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Using animation to promote 1:09:16

2M ago1:09:16

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TikTok and Instagram reels are moving to the forefront of social media. Is it time to learn video/animation so you can promote your webcomic? ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW... Using animation to promote UPDATE: Short Story Challenge UPDATE: Eisner deadline UPDATE: AI Art A digital-exclusive eComic You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on …

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Episode 164 - Brakes Not Included 27:38

2M ago27:38

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If collectivization was the great failure of the 1st Five-Year-Plan, then rapid industrialization was its great success. But don't worry, there was still enough mayhem during those days to make the story of building factories an interesting one. Bibliography for this episode: Allen, Robert C. Farm to Factory: A Reinterpretation of the Soviet Indust…

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Hiring Leaders Roundtable: Truths for Jobseekers (#thePOZcastLIVE) 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

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We are back with our first edition of #thePOZcastLIVE Hiring Roundtable in 2024!Recorded: Thursday 1/25 @ 12p EST/ 9a PSTFeaturing an expert panel of Recruiters and TA Pros:Rocki Howard: Founder & Chief Diversity Officer @ Diversiology.ioClark Willcox: Founder @ The Digital RecruiterReice Keck: Founder @ MindhireYouTube Replay: https://www.youtube.…

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Can you make a living in comics? 55:41

2M ago55:41

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Every once in a while, someone asks if it's possible actually to make a living in comics. It's a fair question, and it deserves an honest answer. SPONSORED BY... ComicLab is brought to you this week by the book "How Comics Were Made, a Visual History from the Drawing Board to the Printed Page." Comics historian and ComicLab fan Glenn Fleishman has …

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